External Jump-Starting Aid: Preparation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW M Roadster, 2002 BMW M Coupe, 2001 BMW M Roadster, and 2001 BMW M Coupe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Conform with the following when starting engine with starting cable:
- Ensure that jump lead wires are to appropriate cross-section size.
- Only use fuse-protected jump leads.
- Check whether the current supplying battery has 12 V voltage.
- If engine is started from battery of another vehicle, ensure that there is no contact between the bodies of both vehicles.